General English MCQs
Topic Notes: General English
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
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Government by holy men.
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Hagiocracy
Hagiocracy is government by holy men. Gerontocracy is rule by old people. Hagiarchy is rule by saints. Theocracy (a similar concept) is government by priests or religious leaders.
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The rule of saints.
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Hagiarchy
Hagiarchy is rule by saints or a body of saints. Gerontocracy is rule by old people. Hagiocracy is rule by holy men. Plutocracy is rule by the rich.
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Government by old people.
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Gerontocracy
Gerontocracy is a state, society, or group governed by old people. An Epicure is dainty in eating. Hagiarchy is the rule of saints. Democracy is rule by the people.
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One who is dainty in eating.
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Epicure
An Epicure is a person who takes particular pleasure in fine food and drink. 'Dainty' suggests a refined taste. A Gourmet is a connoisseur of good food. A Glutton eats excessively.
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A poem narrating achievements of a hero.
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Epic
An Epic is a long poem, typically one derived from ancient oral tradition, narrating the deeds and adventures of heroic or legendary figures. An Encore is a repeated performance. An Encyclopaedia is a book of information. An Epitaph is an inscription on a tomb.
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A book giving information on all branches of knowledge.
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Encyclopaedia
An Encyclopaedia is a book or set of books giving information on many subjects or on many aspects of one subject and typically arranged alphabetically. An Encore is a repeated performance. An Epic is a heroic poem. An Anthology is a collection of poems or writings.
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Spectators' demand for a song to be repeated.
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Encore
An Encore is a repeated or additional performance of an item at the end of a concert, as called for by an audience. An Encyclopaedia is a book of information. An Epic is a poem about a hero. An Epitaph is an inscription on a tomb.
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Medicine that causes vomiting.
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Emetic
An Emetic is a medicine or other substance which causes vomiting. Earthenware is pottery. Elysium is the abode of the blessed. An Antidote counteracts poison.
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The abode of the blessed after death.
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Elysium
Elysium (in Greek mythology) is the abode of the blessed after death. Earthenware is pottery. An Emetic causes vomiting. A Cenotaph is a monument.
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Vessels made of baked clay.
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Earthen ware
Earthenware is pottery made of clay fired to a porous state which can be made waterproof by glazing. Elysium is the abode of the blessed. An Emetic causes vomiting. A Fresco is a watercolor painting on a wall.